Education

The Stanly County School System became a merged school district November 7, 1996, and is under the direction of Superintendent Dr. Samuel DePaul. The school system now serves 10,200 students and has 775 teachers.

Currently, there are five elementary schools that serve K-5 students, nine schools that serve K-8 students, three middle schools that serve 6-8 grade students, and four high schools that serve 9-12 grade students. Three K-5 elementary schools, a middle school and one high school are located in Albemarle. The other elementary schools are located in towns throughout the county. Three other high schools are in the county, one to the south, one in the western area and one to the north. Two new K-8 schools opened in 2002.

When a student moves into the area, the parent and student should go to the school in the district in which they are residing and register the student with the school's principal. The principal will then contact the school previously attended and ask for a transcript of the student's records. For more information on Stanly County Schools, call 704-983-5151, or visit the website at www.scs.k12.nc.us.

Stanly Community Collage, Education for the future . . .
Any Time, Any Place, Any Pace!

SCC has been meeting the needs of our work force for forty years.

Our curriculum division offers over thirty programs of study in Health, Business, Engineering, Computers, Public Service, and University Transfer. Our continuing education division serves our community in Basic Skills, Adult High School, Business and Industry Certifications, Health Care, Computer Training, Protective Services and much more! Let us meet your educational needs!

Pfeiffer University

Pfeiffer University offers a four-year accredited program in the liberal arts in 29 different majors, and an opportunity for lifelong learning for those who wish to return to school in later years. Website is www.pfeiffer.edu

Gray Stone Day School

Gray Stone Day School offers students in grades 9-12 a rigorous college preparatory curriculum in an environment that fosters the development of strong character. Graduates of Gray Stone will be prepared to excel in higher education and to provide leadership in their communities. Integrity, responsibility and service to others are hallmarks of the Gray Stone graduate. Gray Stone Day School is a charter high school located on the campus of Pfeiffer University in Misenheimer, North Carolina, just 30 miles northeast of Charlotte in the rolling hills of Stanly County. It is a public school and therefore there is no charge to attend. Visit our websie at www.graystoneday.org

Little One's Child Development Center

Little One's Child Development Center offers high quality childcare and educational services from 6:30 a.m. until 11:30 p.m. Little One's uses a combination of the "HighReach Learning" curriculum and the "Kids To Learn" curriculum. Both programs are based on the philosophy that children learn best through hands-on activities. Contact Little One's Child Development at 704-985-1114. They are located at 11281-1 Gibson St. in Albemarle.

Park Ridge Christian School

Park Ridge Christian School was founded in September, 1993. It began with kindergarten and to date has classes from kindergarten through the eighth grade. Class size averages 12 students per class with a total school enrollment for 2006-07 of 172 students. The school uses the Christian curriculum, A-Beka. Each class is instructed in Bible each day as well as core subjects that are infiltrated with the Word of God. Our mission is to offer Biblical instruction so students will learn of God's love and His saving grace through Jesus Christ, and to offer academic instruction that challenges the students with high expectations for learning, studying, and a sound work ethic.

Park Ridge Christian School operates on a year round calendar. We have six week grading periods with a two week break occurring after each. Our summer break consists of a six week break. For more information, you may contact us at www.parkridgechristianschool.com.

Christ the King Christian Academy

Christ the King Christian Academy, located in New London, opened in August 1999. It presently serves grades kindergarten through ninth, and will continue to add one grade each year through 12th grade. Christ the King is located in Highland Baptist Church. The curriculum is a combination of the A Becka Books and Bob Jones. Future plans are to build a facility on a 62-acre tract nearby. CTKCA operates on a shedule similar to that of Stanly County Schools. More information is available by contacting the school at 704-463-7285. www.ctkca.com.

Carolina Christian School

Carolina Christian School is located in Locust in the education building of Carolina Presbyterian Church. They began in September of 1999 and currently serve grades K-4, with plans to add a grade a year to serve K-6 by 2002. Carolina Christian School uses the A Beka curriculum published by Pensacola Christian Academy and follow the Stanly County Schools calendar. The phone number is (704) 888-4332.

Stanly Montgomery Home School Association

Stanly Montgomery Home School Association (SMHSA) is a group of families that cares about the quality of education our children receive. Each family chooses the materials used to educate their child(ren), giving each child the individualized education they need. Our Back to School Meeting is packed with information to help each family get off to a great start! This is a very important meeting for all SMHSA families to attend.

Our first and foremost goal, is to give each family the support they need to educate their children with the highest quality education possible. Home Schooling Support Group Meetings are scheduled throughout the year. We are here to answer your questions and help you through your home schooling every step of the way. Many SMHSA families have been home schooling for over 10 years, and are willing to let you glean off of their experience.

If you have any questions regarding our group or home schooling, e-mail us and we'll get back to you as soon as possible. Stanly Montgomery Home School Association phone number (704) 983-2329 or visit us online at: www.smhsa.com

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